Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Science (Honours)

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Mode
On campus
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus
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Duration
4 year(s) full-time
Program code icon
Program code
HFNSC
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Study as
Full-time
Fees
Indicative annual fees
$52,300
Non-tuition fees
Prerequisites icon
Prerequisite
None
Assumed knowledge icon
Assumed knowledge
SACE Stage 2: Chemistry and Mathematical Methods, OR IB Chemistry AND IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations (HL) or IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL)
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English language requirements
IELTS Overall 6.5 IELTS Reading 6 IELTS Listening 6 IELTS Speaking 6 IELTS Writing 6 Equivalent English qualifications
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CRICOS code
115712A

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

Secondary education (Year 12)

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

Higher education study

Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

  • This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 4.5 on a 7-point scale for entry.

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

  • IELTS Overall 6.5
  • IELTS Reading 6
  • IELTS Listening 6
  • IELTS Speaking 6
  • IELTS Writing 6

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by Adelaide University and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements:

Equivalent English qualifications

International admissions by country

Country Requirement Score
Australia ATAR 75
Bangladesh Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) 4.85
Canada Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 70%
China Gaokao 65%
Denmark Studentereksamen (stx: Upper Secondary School Diploma) 4 (Fair)
France French Baccalaureate 11.5
Global International Baccalaureate 26
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) 17
India CBSE and CISCE 70
India State Board Examinations 85
Indonesia SMA III 78%
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) B+
Malaysia Matrikulasi 2.78
Malaysia Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) 2.78
Malaysia United Entrance Certificate (UEC) 20
Nepal National Examinations Board (NEB) 3.01
Norway Upper Secondary School Certificate (Vitnemal fra den Videregaende Skole) / Vitnemal For Videregaende Opplaering 3.6
Phillippines High School Diploma (Grade 12) (Academic Track) K12 87%
Singapore Singapore GCE Advanced Levels 8
South Korea College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) 320
Sri Lanka GCE A Levels 9
Sweden Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate 14.0
Taiwan GSAT % 65%
Thailand Matayom 6 3.40
UK / Global GCE Advanced Levels 8
USA / Global Advanced Placement (AP) 8
USA / Global America College Test (ACT) 22
USA / Global Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) 1130
Vietnam Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Trung Học Phổ Thông (Vietnamese Year 12) 8
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Note:

This program is only available to applicants studying at Adelaide University via the Haide College agreement.

Degree Structure: Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Science (Honours)

Program code: HFNSC

Complete 192 units comprising:

  • 126 units for all Core courses, and
  • 66 units for Electives

Study plan

A study plan sets out the courses you will need to complete and the recommended timing for each one. This will help to guide your enrolment in each study period, alongside any additional information provided below. If you have received a personalised plan or alternative advice from your Program Director, please refer to that guidance in the first instance, or seek help from your Program Director or Student Assist if you are unsure.

Enrolment information

Find details about the rules and notes that apply to your program, along with other essential information required for successful enrolment. Supplementary supporting resources may also be provided where applicable.

Courses

Listed here are all the courses that contribute to your program, including elective options that can be chosen. These courses come together to form your study plan. Courses fall into different categories, each of which have specific unit values that need to be met under the program rules.

What courses you'll study

Complete 192 units comprising:

  • 126 units for all Core courses, and
  • 66 units for Electives

Complete 126 units for ALL of the following:

Course name Course code Units
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Course name
Biology 1A: Molecules, Genes and Cells
Course code
BIOL1003
Units
6
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Course name
Biology 1C: Molecular Biology and Biomedical Science
Course code
BIOL1031
Units
6
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Course name
Biochemistry 2: Metabolism
Course code
BIOL2015
Units
6
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Course name
Foundations in Chemistry
Course code
CHEM1000
Units
6
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Course name
Food Chemistry
Course code
CHEMX200
Units
6
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Course name
Food Processing and Safety
Course code
ENGPX415
Units
6
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Course name
Introduction to Food and Science Technology
Course code
FOOD1000
Units
6
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Course name
Food Processing and Manufacturing
Course code
FOOD3003
Units
6
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Course name
Food Product Development 3
Course code
FOOD3004
Units
6
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Course name
Future Foods
Course code
FOOD3005
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Food Microbiology
Course code
FOOD3015
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Food and Nutrition Science (Hons) Pt 1
Course code
FOOD4000
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Food and Nutrition Science (Hons) Pt 2
Course code
FOOD4001
Units
6
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Course name
Sensory Evaluations of Food
Course code
FOODX200
Units
6
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Course name
Food Microbiology
Course code
FOODX500
Units
6
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Course name
Food Quality and Regulation
Course code
FOODX501
Units
6
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Course name
Introduction to Nutrition
Course code
NUTR1000
Units
6
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Course name
Lifespan Nutrition Physiology
Course code
NUTR2001
Units
6
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Course name
Science of People, Society and the Future Planet
Course code
SCIE1001
Units
6
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Course name
Science Professional Placement
Course code
SCIE3900
Units
6
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Course name
Data Skills for Scientists
Course code
STAT1000
Units
6

Electives description

A flexible course choice within your degree.

Complete 66 units comprising:

  • 36 units from Program electives, and
  • 30 units from University-wide electives

A full list of university-wide elective options can be accessed below.

University-wide elective options

Course name Course code Units
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Course name
Honours Food and Nutrition Science Project Pt 1
Course code
FOOD4002
Units
18
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Honours Food and Nutrition Science Project Pt 2
Course code
FOOD4003
Units
18
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Course name
Honours Food & Nutrition Science Project (T/Y)Cont
Course code
FOOD4007
Units
9
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Course name
Honours Food & Nutrition Science Project (T/Y)Final
Course code
FOOD4008
Units
9

Your program team

Dr Bo Wang

Program Director

College of Science

School of Agriculture, Food and Wine

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